Travelling is my lifestyle. Working for VIA rail Canada, I spend my entire summers on a passenger train going from one end of the country to the other. I absolutely adore it, long hours and all. During the winter, I have 6 months off and I have come to love the nomad life. I am a very laid back person, I practice meditation and daily gratitude. I have a Buddhist mindset, per se. I have almost completed a degree in Environmental Sciences and I plan to build a tiny home in Manitoba, Canada within the next few years. Prior to VIA rail, I was a nature interpreter at Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre (i.e. nature guide) for 3 years. Educating children and adults of all ages about nature and its beauty is my passion. I find happiness in all I do, life is too short to be worried or unhappy.

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Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I would love to meet local, interesting people whilst travelling. I have heard great things about couchsurfing and I think it would be the best way to experience a new culture. I'd love to get local travelling tips from people who know their area. Meanwhile, I am happy to return the favor and offer my couch to Winnipeg explorers. I would love to show you around or at least tell you all about us Winnipegers and how we are able to survive our mighty winters.

Interests

Nature, wildlife, hiking, fitness, boxing, weightlifting, running, nutrition, sushi, plant-based lifestyle, animals, reading, etc.

• animals
• wildlife
• culture
• fitness
• running
• reading
• traveling
• hiking
• backpacking
• canoeing
• scuba diving
• boxing

What I Can Share with Hosts

If you let me know if advance I can maybe make time to show you around, if you are interested! From a city tour, to a day trip (or couple of days) in the Manitoba wilderness, hiking or canoeing, I am happy to show you my little corner of the world.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Cuba, Dominican Republic, France, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, France